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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest advances in online learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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